Shakargaon - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Shakargaon is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Shakargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakargaon is 477405. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.29 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shakargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakargaon
As per Census 2011, Shakargaon village has a total population of 1,502 people, consisting of 803 males and 699 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 803 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 222 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 586 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 217 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Shakargaon
Shakargaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shakargaon
Shakargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Shakargaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Shakargaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shakargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shakargaon
Where is Shakargaon located?
Shakargaon village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakargaon?
Shakargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakargaon?
The pincode of Shakargaon is 451331.
What is the population of Shakargaon?
Shakargaon has a total population of 1,502, including 803 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Shakargaon?
There are 304 households in Shakargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shakargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakargaon is 61.65%. Male literacy is 72.98% and female literacy is 48.64%.